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Mexican Truckers Launch Indefinite Strike Over Security, Costs

Mexican trucking organizations launched an indefinite nationwide strike Monday, protesting highway insecurity, cargo theft, extortion and rising operational expenses. The National Chamber of Freight Transportation (CANACAR) coordinated demonstrations across major freight hubs including Nuevo Laredo, Reynosa, Monterrey, Tijuana and Mexico City. CANACAR President Augusto Ramos Melo cited driver violence, deteriorating road conditions, excessive towing charges and regulatory pressures as key grievances. The organizations also oppose proposed changes to Mexico's 2027 fiscal package that would reduce eligibility for tax credits covering certain highway toll expenses. Planned protests include truck convoys stationed along highways and near logistics facilities. Mexico's Interior Ministry urged CANACAR to resume negotiations, noting other transportation groups had agreed to talks aimed at preventing disruptions. CANACAR rejected the appeal and maintained its strike commitment. The action threatens freight flows through critical North American corridors, particularly at Nuevo Laredo, which borders Laredo, Texas.